It is important to plan ahead of the time and move accordingly. People who have destinations marked are more likely to get access to them easily. Qualifications are vital when it comes to choosing a career, and for a secure life everyone automatically wants higher paying jobs. But which ones do really pay well? And which ones are worth the time and effort that are being put in?
Surgeon
Surgeon is someone who performs surgeries on patients and treats their injuries. They are medical specialists and have their medical degrees. Needless to say surgeons are very crucial people in the hospital and are always required to be ready to perform surgeries so rightfully their paychecks are larger. There are surgeons specializing in different sectors; an orthopedic specialist masters in the musculoskeletal system which is the centered area of bones, muscles etc. They are always in good demand and are usually paid around $350,000-$400,000 yearly. Similarly, plastic surgeons get paid a lot too. On average plastic surgeons make roughly about $450,000 annually.
Lawyer
Studying law is a lengthy process, almost as lengthy as studying medicine. But the perks of being a lawyer are the financial benefits that come with it. Barristers are usually paid more than solicitors or any other legal advisors. Corporate law, marine law, medical law etc are more in demand and so they pay well.
Pilot
By now it should be clear that most high paying jobs do not come easy and usually take a lot of training and studying. Flying aircrafts isn’t any different. Pilots are always on the run. Spending most of their times of the day, month and even year, flying from different airports. And while it does seem adventurous and exciting, the job is tiring. Pilots not only fly the aircrafts but also have to make sure the aircraft is ready to fly, check in with their headquarters and personnel, fix routes, change routes during bad weathers etc. Pilots are trained to be responsible, quick, be open to challenges and most importantly, highly skilled. The average salary for flight engineers and pilots is $140,000.
Data Scientist
As the world is becoming more and more tech based, its demand for experts in computer science is increasing rapidly. A data scientist’s job is to organize data which organizations can use to make decisions. The aspect of the job isn’t just technical but they also have to be good at communication. To become a data scientist you need to acquire a specific set of skills such as mastering the software used to analyze the data, be proficient in mathematics, mastering programming etc. According to Glassdoor, the average salary of data scientists is $117,212 per year.
Human Resource Manager
With the way businesses are booming worldwide and becoming more and more globalized it is no surprise that professionals and employees needed to conduct business operations are highly in demand. The HR manager is responsible for employees, their recruitment, and related issues. The larger a business, the larger it’s team and responsibility. According to BLS (2015), an HR manager makes $104,400 annually. But of course inevitably salaries depend on the business type and structure.
